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The Master of Health Sciences Professional Practice is a 180-point, professionally focused, coursework-based master's degree. This degree will appeal to those already employed in the health sector or those wishing to enter health-related employment, with students examining a range of significant issues in health sciences, and looking to improve their professional practice as a result.

A previous relevant bachelor's degree, or appropriate health professional qualification, with good grades (normally a B Grade Point Average or better), and approval from the Dean of Education and Health Sciences. Note: some conditions may be waived by the Dean if you already have practical or professional experience in the field.

The Master of Health Sciences Professional Practice is a 180-point coursework-based master's, and can be completed with or without an endorsement.

Completing the MHealScProfPr in 18 months is usual for full-time students. Part-time study is possible up to 4 years.

If completing the Bachelor of Nursing from Ara consecutively with the MHealScProfPr, students complete their MHealScProfPr in 18 months and then study full-time at Ara for an additional 6 months. This pathway has a February-only start.